Posts Tagged ‘natural’
Do You Know What’s in Your Makeup?
On average, Americans use 10 cosmetic products every single day. This means that on average, they typical woman is exposing herself to over 100 distinct chemicals, many of them toxic, before leaving the bathroom. Y’all. That is insane! We’re living in an age where 1 in 2 men and 1 in 3 women are diagnosed with cancer! So…
Read MoreSwitch to Safe Skincare (Without Going Broke)
I got a few “God winks” about safe skincare this past week. First, I got the following email: Brea, how do I prioritize the switch to safer products? What do I start with?” And then, my mom and I were discussing the effect of using products known to cause endocrine disruption, irritation, and adverse reactions. As we…
Read MoreIs Lavender Essential Oil a Hormone Disruptor?
I wrote a rather popular article on essential oils and eczema a while back. Maybe you’ve read it. It gets over 1,000 views a day, and it’s one of the top performing articles on my site. And I’ve gotten overwhelmingly good feedback…that is until yesterday. Yesterday, someone left a comment to the effect that lavender…
Read MoreWorking Out: Week 24 {+ a new YouTube video!}
I had to miss derby this week, which was a huge bummer. I may have cried a little. That being said, I continued my work off skates so that hopefully I’ll improve my muscle memory. I mean, one can hope, right?! Because I missed derby, I made y’all a new video-I’m still new at this,…
Read MoreIs BPS The New BPA? New Research {And Better Choices}
When the boys were born, I made sure that any plastic was BPA-free. Remember all the drama about the harm caused by BPA? And then it was banned in 2012. But companies are still making plastic bottles, cups, and using it in packaging. Turns out, that the most commonly used replacement for BPA, BPS (Bisphenol S),…
Read MoreNatural Remedies For Eczema
Eczema is one of the most common skin conditions out there affecting thousands of people every year. While eczema is more common in children and babies, that doesn’t mean adults are off the hook. There are also a bunch of natural remedies for eczema out there for you to find relief. Natural Remedies For Eczema…
Read MoreHow To Kill Mold Naturally
Mold is one of the worse sides of Mother Nature. It’s sneaky. Mold enters our home unannounced and uninvited and then has the gall to stay for prolonged periods of time. It can be difficult to deal with, which is why people often resort to harsh chemicals. They don’t try and kill mold naturally. How To Kill Mold Naturally Did…
Read MoreHow to Treat A Fever Naturally
So. Your kid has a fever. GREAT. You have better things to do, I’m sure. But right now? Your biggest worry is getting that fever to break, right? If you’re like me, you probably also want to know how to treat a fever naturally . How to Treat A Fever Naturally When it comes to…
Read MoreDIY Deodorizing Carpet Powder With Essential Oils
If you have pets and want to freshen up your carpets naturally, you don’t have to buy the chemical-laden stuff at the grocery store. Most of them contain toxic chemicals that are not healthy for you or your family.Thankfully, I have a great alternative: you can make your own deodorizing carpet powder with essential oils…
Read MoreHow to Get Rid of Smelly Armpits
So. How was your weekend? I spent mine detoxing my armpits. Letting that sink in… Seriously. I spent the weekend with Bentonite Clay spread on my underarms. Because they smell. They smelled. And they did not smell like flowers. Now I’m going to tell you how to get rid of smelly armpits because mine aren’t smelly…
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